10 nights · Brazil Amazon · Departs Manaus (Brazil) · Visiting Parintins, Santarem, Macapa, Scarborough, Castries, Roseau, Philipsburg St Maarten, San Juan · Aboard MSC Explora Journeys on the MSC Explora 2
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| Cruise line | MSC Explora Journeys |
|---|---|
| Ship | MSC Explora 2 |
| Duration | 10 nights |
| Port calls | 9 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $7,370 per person |
| Year built | 2024 |
| Guests | 1473 |
| Cabins | 461 |
| Crew | 640 |
| Length | 248 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 18.0 kn |
Manaus rises from the rainforest, far inland from Brazil’s Atlantic coast, where the Negro and Solimões rivers meet. Visit the Teatro Amazonas, the city’s opera house, opened in 1896 during the rubber boom. Explore the Mercado Adolpho Lisboa, a riverfront market inspired by Paris’s Les Halles. Boat trips reveal the Meeting of the Waters, where dark and sandy-colored currents run side by side. Manaus rewards travelers who look beyond its role as an Amazon gateway.
Parintins sits on Tupinambarana Island, where the Amazon’s broad channels shape daily life and travel. Best known for its Boi-Bumbá festival, the town stages a vivid contest each June between red-and-white Garantido and blue-and-white Caprichoso. At the purpose-built Bumbódromo, music, dance and giant allegorical floats bring local folklore to life. Beyond festival season, explore the waterfront and central streets, or watch river traffic pass this Amazonian outpost.
At Santarém, the Tapajós meets the Amazon in a striking convergence visible from the riverfront. The city rewards a stroll through its lively market and around the Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception. For a change of pace, travel about 35 kilometres to Alter do Chão, where clear water and white-sand beaches await. These shores are most expansive when falling river levels reveal the Tapajós’ sandy banks.
Santana is the Amazon gateway to Macapá and the remote state of Amapá. The capital lies about 20 kilometres away by road. At Marco Zero, a monument marks the Equator’s passage through the city. On the waterfront, the 18th-century Fortress of São José recalls Portugal’s colonial presence. Expect a working river port, broad Amazon views and a capital whose character is inseparable from the water.
Scarborough is Tobago’s capital, a busy port town with a market, local shops and views across the water. Begin at Fort King George, high above town, for broad sea views and a small museum tracing Tobago’s layered past. Then browse the central market or take a short drive to Store Bay, known for calm water and local food. Scarborough rewards travelers who want history and everyday Tobago before heading for the island’s beaches.
Castries brings Saint Lucia’s capital close to the water, with cruise ships entering a sheltered harbor beneath green hills. Start at the lively Castries Market, where vendors sell spices, produce, and local crafts. Nearby, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Derek Walcott Square offer a quieter glimpse of the city’s past. For island views, visit Morne Fortune; for a beach day, arrange transport beyond town.
Roseau is Dominica’s compact, characterful capital, where Creole life meets a handsome Caribbean waterfront. Walk its streets to find the Old Market, local shops, and the island’s botanical gardens. For a wider view, climb to Morne Bruce, where the city, coast, and green interior unfold below. Beyond town, rainforest trails lead to waterfalls and hot springs, while volcanic reefs invite exploration. Bring comfortable shoes; Dominica rewards travelers who prefer wild landscapes to polished resort strips.
Philipsburg rewards a shore day spent beyond the cruise terminal. It sits on a narrow strip between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. The Dutch-side capital is compact and easy to explore on foot. Front Street pairs duty-free shops with the 1793 courthouse, while the Boardwalk follows Great Bay Beach. Cross the open border into French Saint-Martin for French bakeries, lively markets and another stretch of coast.
San Juan puts a remarkable piece of Caribbean history within easy reach of your ship. Founded in 1521, Old San Juan is a compact district of blue cobbles, pastel façades and Spanish colonial landmarks. Walk its steep lanes to El Morro, the 16th-century fortress that guards the harbor. From its ramparts, the Atlantic comes into view. Beyond the old walls, cafés, galleries and contemporary restaurants show a city still shaped by its maritime past.
Published September 9, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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